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AU alumnus named World’s Best Designer in international news design competition
Image ASHLAND, Ohio – Tyler Remmel ’13 has reached the pinnacle of visual journalism. The former Ashland University student and design editor of the Collegian and current senior product designer for The Washington Post took home the highest individual honor—World’s Best Designer—at the Society for News Design’s annual competition.
University Hospitals named official sports medicine partner of Ashland University Athletics
CLEVELAND and ASHLAND, Ohio – University Hospitals has been named the official sports medicine partner for Ashland University Athletics, providing comprehensive medical coverage and specialized care for Eagle student-athletes. The new partnership focuses on health, performance and injury prevention through care from the same nationally recognized sports medicine program trusted by professional, collegiate and youth athletes throughout Northeast Ohio. The…
MFA in Creative Writing summer residency offering series of events open to the public
ASHLAND, Ohio – In conjunction with Ashland University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing summer residency program, there are a series of readings, book signings and craft seminars by award-winning authors and editors that are open to the public. The events, which run from Monday, July 13, through Wednesday, July 22, are detailed below. “This is a wonderful opportunity for those with a literary interest to hear and meet award-winning authors right here…
AU achieves gold-level designation from Exercise is Medicine® On Campus
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University was recognized at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) annual meeting in Salt Lake City for its commitment to creating a culture of health and well-being, earning a gold-level designation from the Exercise is Medicine® On Campus (EIM-OC) program. Ashland was one of 94 universities and colleges to achieve gold status this year. Ashland’s EIM team, with the support of President Jon Parrish Peede, has been providing…
Metzger selected as provost of Ashland University
ASHLAND, Ohio – After completing a national search, President Jon Parrish Peede has appointed Mitchell Metzger, Ph.D., a longtime Ashland University faculty leader to the position of provost. Metzger, professor of psychology, will begin his new duties on July 1. “For more than 20 years, Dr. Metzger has invested in this university community through teaching, mentorship and service, earning the respect of faculty, staff, alumni and students alike,” said Peede…
AU Dean’s List for spring 2026 consists of nearly 1,000 students
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University is pleased to announce its Dean’s List honorees for the 2026 spring semester. Nearly 1,000 students earned the distinction. In order to be eligible for the Dean’s List at Ashland, one must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at the university and receive a grade point average of 3.50 or above for the semester.
New Sports Ministry minor added to AU’s academic offerings
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University is adding a unique program to its academic offerings—a minor in Sports Ministry—that aligns with two interests of many AU students. The new minor, designed for those who want to combine their passion for athletics with their commitment to faith and leadership, will be available starting in fall 2026. The interdisciplinary minor is a collaboration between the departments of religion and marketing, fashion merchandising and…
Six graduates, three faculty/staff honored at Alumni Association Awards Ceremony
ASHLAND, Ohio – From leading developmental disability services and advancing pediatric cancer research to mentoring generations of students and building award-winning careers, six Ashland University graduates and three faculty and staff members were recognized at the 2026 AU Alumni Association Awards Ceremony.
Derek Yonai named dean of AU’s Dauch College of Business and Economics
ASHLAND, Ohio – Ashland University has appointed Derek K. Yonai, Ph.D., an accomplished academic leader known for fostering innovation and linking business and liberal arts education, as dean of the Dauch College of Business and Economics following a national search. He will begin his duties Aug. 1. “Dr. Yonai’s commitment to student success and faculty excellence, combined with his strategic vision for business education, will strengthen the Dauch College…
Regional exhibition of Ohio Collage Society opening at Coburn Art Gallery on May 29
ASHLAND, Ohio – The Coburn Art Gallery at Ashland University is hosting a regional exhibition that will feature 70 captivating works by members of the Ohio Collage Society from Friday, May 29, through Friday, July 24. The free opening reception will be on May 29 from 6-7:30 p.m. The exhibition highlights a wide variety of collage technique, including both two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms that explore diverse materials and creative approaches.…
